Who has been given priority?
Who has earned the highest honor?
Say, sweet Mother.
A message to everyone who was born of a mother, whether she is living or has deceased.
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A mother is the heart of the family and the warmth that holds it together. She is the calm strength behind every home and the quiet comfort that transforms a house into a place of peace and tranquility. Although her work is often unseen or not appreciated as it truly deserves, a mother’s love is not limited to one aspect or one season of life.
It reaches into every dimension of her children’s existence, emotionally, morally, intellectually and even spiritually, for in subtle ways, she shapes the entire atmosphere and character of the family.
A mother gives continuously and without interruption her time, her energy, her sleep and even her personal desires, so that her children may grow, thrive and feel secure and confident.
From the moment her love begins even before birth, it continues beyond childhood, steady and unconditional, whether her children are near or far.
– Her hands nurture.
– Her voice soothes.
– Her presence heals wounds that words cannot describe.
She carries her children not only in her arms, but also in her thoughts, in her heart and in her prayers, even when she is exhausted, she continues to care, even when she is worried, she still holds hope and for her strength flows from the depth of her sincere love.
A mother teaches compassion, patience and empathy not merely through words, but through daily example and action, she celebrates every small success and feels every hidden pain, because her heart is deeply connected to both the joy and the suffering of her children, though her sacrifices are often silent, her influence is immeasurable.
Mother builds character, nurtures confidence and prepares the path toward a bright future and lasting success.
A mother’s love is profound, pure and unwavering that does not diminish with time, nor does it weaken with distance, instead, it grows stronger, continuing to protect and guide, carefully shaping the future of those she has raised, the children.
A mother is not only a caregiver; but the real teacher, a guardian, an advisor and a fountain of endless mercy.
The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) taught in a well-known narration that in regard to kindness, compassion and dutiful care toward parents, the mother holds three parts of four (3:1), while the father holds one. This is because the mother carries the child in her womb for nine months, enduring physical and emotional strain, pain and sacrifice; while the remaining portion is attributed to the father, who is also responsible for care, provision and protection.
Truly, a mother is a blessing and a precious gift whose value can never be fully repaid, but only honored, prayed for, appreciated and respected.
Therefore, pray for her while she is alive and never withdraw your hand from serving her, remain steadfast in fulfilling your duties toward her with kindness, patience and sincerity of heart and continue to pray for her after she passes away, care for her when she grows old and support her when she becomes ill or faces hardship.
For honoring one’s mother is not merely an obligation, it is a path that leads to blessing in this life and in the Hereafter.
I advise myself and everyone to pray for their mothers, to serve them with goodness and to remember that Paradise lies beneath the feet of mothers, as our beloved Prophet Muhammad (pbuh ) taught us.
O Allah, have mercy upon my mother, upon your mother ( the reader) and upon all mothers, those who are living and those who have passed away.
May Allah guide us to what is best in all our affairs and grant us success in both worlds.
All praise is due to Allah and good luck to me and to every body.
Prof. M. J. Rooble
Mujaahidka